Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

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Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA (he, him)

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Available both in-person and online

918 South Horton Street Seattle, WA 98134

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When we create, we heal. When we heal, we create. In therapy, the goal of our relationship is not to merely tell a good story, but a true story: to collaborate, help you discover more of your fullest and most authentic self, and start living it out. Oftentimes hurt, trauma, and/or harm will destroy our imaginations for a flourishing future. In a creative therapy space, we work to discover and reconnect to our imaginations, get a foot in the door to our healing, and begin the process of integration. I am committed to helping you experience restoration in your life and relationships, so you may live out your most flourishing story.

I utilize imagination, art, and creativity to help build safety and trust as we explore. While I am not here as an expert or leader on what you "should" do on your journey, I often say I am more like a traveling companion or empathetic guide. I follow your lead as we explore the map of your mind and relationships, and I support with curiosity and reflection.

I work with individuals, couples, and families of all types. Voicing the nuances of your story, including your goals, needs, and challenges, can be daunting, I know - and I would love to listen. I offer a free 15-minute consultation call to see if working together is a good fit. If you are interested, please reach out - I hope to hear from you.

Call or Email Coburn Kirby Childs now for a free 15 minute consultation - (425) 368-9946

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

918 South Horton Street

Seattle, WA 98134 map

(425) 368-9946

MYST Psychotherapy

telehealth

Seattle, WA 98118 map

My website

I have current openings throughout the week (including evenings) - both in my spacious and artistic SoDo office, as well as via telehealth.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Men's Issues and Life Transitions

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

I love imagining what life can look like as we heal and integrate!

Let's Connect (425) 368-9946

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

918 South Horton Street

Seattle, WA 98134 map

(425) 368-9946

MYST Psychotherapy

telehealth

Seattle, WA 98118 map

My website

I have current openings throughout the week (including evenings) - both in my spacious and artistic SoDo office, as well as via telehealth.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Men's Issues and Life Transitions

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

I love imagining what life can look like as we heal and integrate!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $200
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

LifeWise
Premera Blue Cross
Out of Network

I currently am accepting private pay clients for weekly sessions. I am also able to provide superbills for out-of-network clients to submit to their insurance providers for reimbursement. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions. I am happy to work with you to find sustainable payment.

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 368-9946

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 368-9946

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / MC61560881 Coburn Kirby Childs

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 2 years

Attended The Seattle School Of Theology & Psychology, Master Of Arts In Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2024

Additional Credentials

Degree/Diploma from Bryant University Bachelor Of Arts In Communication / 2012

I hold my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (with a Concentration in Trauma & Abuse) from The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology. Various somatic practices and diversity/inclusion frameworks inform my work; and I work with clients of all ages/identities, particularly 2S/LGBTQIA folx.

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 368-9946

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 368-9946

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Men's Issues
Life Transitions

Expertise

Addiction
ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety
Bisexual
Codependency
Depression
Divorce
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Infidelity
LGBTQ+
Life Coaching
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Sexual Abuse
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Transgender

Symptoms in our lives always connect back to a larger system at play within ourselves and our world. My commitment to you is to help you: explore your connections to yourself and all that's around you; embrace your humanity and your goodness; become more aware of all that exists within you; and author the story you want to live, rooted in love, peace, and flourishing connectedness.

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 368-9946

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 368-9946

22 Endorsements

Shaquille Sinclair

Counselor, LMHCA

Coburn possesses a remarkable ability to connect with clients, fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing. He consistently integrates evidence-based practices with innovative approaches to ensure that clients receive the best possible care.

Winnie Chang

Counselor, LMHCA, NCC

Coburn is attentive and passionate with his clients, consistently demonstrating a deep commitment to their well-being. His empathetic nature creates a safe space where individuals feel heard and understood.

Kenton Klassen

Counselor, BFA, MA, RCC

Coburn is a deeply compassionate therapist who engages clients with sincerity and playfulness. If you are looking for a clinically skilled and trustworthy therapist who exudes warmth, book a session with Coburn!

Peter Yeung

Counselor, MA, LMHCA

Coburn balances his gifts of humor, play, empathy, and insight well. He is someone who approaches his work with others with warmth and an earnestness to make someone feel safe. He has been a supportive colleague and mentor.

Thomas K Brown

Counselor, LMHC

Coburn has a specialty in bringing creativity as a function of development in therapy. He is a warm and welcoming clinician with an eclectic style. I would recommend him for many people including those struggling with trauma, identity, or sexuality.

Kelsey Tushar, Trauma Recovery Psychotherapy, PLLC

Counselor, LMCHA, CTP

Coburn's warm and attentive nature creates a safe space where you feel truly heard and understood. With his compassionate approach, he helps you navigate life's challenges with care and insight, making the journey of healing more effective and rewarding.

Skyla Tracy

Counselor, MA, LMHCA

Coburn is creative and playful in his approach while also providing care and compassion to each person's story. He will be able to hold space for their struggles and provide guidance and insight as they navigate and explore what they bring to therapy.

Olivia Lehman

Counselor, LMHCA

Coburn is an insightful, creative, and deeply attuned therapist who consistently meets his clients with a readiness to dive into meaningful work, leaving each part of you feeling seen and heard. He is a trusted colleague & someone I would highly recommend.

Sarah E High

Resident in Counseling

Coburn is in harmony with both his feminine and masculine energy, allowing him to provide a sense of safety and welcome for all gender identities. To be with him is to feel safe, seen and soothed, and to likely cry & laugh often!

Dan Whitmarsh

Counselor, LMHCA, MACP, MDiv

Coburn has a true passion for people. His enthusiasm and curiosity create spaces for clients to experience self-discovery and insight, while his warm acceptance and non-judgmental attitude open pathways for self-acceptance and healing.

Tucker Robinson

Counselor, LMHC, NCC, MEd

Coburn brings a unique combination of empathy, creativity, and expertise to his practice. He is a compassionate clinician who deeply cares about his client's growth and well-being. An excellent choice for anyone seeking meaningful, supportive therapy.

Katie Rhoades

Associate Professional Counselor, APC

Coburn is a warm and inviting presence providing a space where healing and creativity coincide. Coburn's practice utilizes art and imagination to inspire individuals to connect deeper with themselves and the world around them.

Josh Saunders

Counselor, BS

Coburn exudes a special kind of care and attention that few have. He has an ability to engage others with a grounded curiosity that allows clients to feel both safe and supported to explore the many parts of themselves and their story.

Genesis Wheeler

Counselor, MACP, LMHCA

Coburn blends somatic practices with emotional attunement, creating a safe, joyful space for healing. His fun-loving nature and deep care work together to cultivate hope and healing.

Kimberly Crispeno

Counselor, MACP, MDiv, LMHCA

Coburn brings creativity, diverse experience, and intuition to his expertise and work with his clients. While therapy is not always "enjoyable", Coburn is uniquely able to help you feel encouraged and glad you are showing up. I highly recommend Coburn.

Megan Smithell

Provisional Mental Health Practitioner, PLMHP, MA

Coburn has an incredible gift for connecting with people in ways that make them feel genuinely seen, wholly appreciated, and truly valued. His warm, accepting presence invites trust, making self-exploration feel safe, supported, and liberating.

Matt Wiggins

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA

What makes Coburn a great therapist? The silky beard that embraces his strong jawline? The abs that surely ripple just under his shirt? The casual way he weaves Rian Johnson's "Knives Out" into every session? No one knows. It's a mystery. Just like Coburn.

Ariel Shearer

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate , MA, LMHCA

Coburn is creative and compassionate, with a powerfully affirming therapeutic presence. I highly recommend working with Coburn if you're seeking a warm, understanding therapist and a supportive relational space for healing and self-exploration.

Abigail Hope

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, LHMCA, MA

I deeply respect Coburn's ability to weave creativity and clinical care into a process that helps clients reconnect with their imagination and sense of possibility. He offers a grounded, collaborative space where people can move toward meaningful healing.

Brody Hed

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Wishing your therapist was someone who didn't take himself too seriously, but also took you seriously? Yearning for that collision in a therapist of personable and professional, humorous and empathetic, skilled and down-to-earth? Say hello to Coburn!

Christina Toner

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate

Coburn is a blend of compassionate mischief and constructive transparency. His curiosity paired with his expertise in mental health makes him an excellent resource for anyone looking to process their trauma, and heal old wounds. Highly recommend!

Alexandra Beaudry

Counselor, MA, LPC-IT

Coburn has an innate ability to hold both the pain his clients have experienced as well as hope on their behalf for healing and flourishing. He offers a deeply collaborative and creative approach that empowers his clients to continue writing their story.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Queer Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Expressive Arts
Family Systems
Interpersonal
Jungian
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Multicultural
Narrative
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic
Relational
Somatic
Trauma Focused

I operate within a number of theoretical frameworks, including trauma-informed therapy, multicultural counseling, Jungian psychology/parts work, client-centered therapy, object relations, and attachment theory. I use narrative/story work techniques, somatics, mindfulness, and various creative modalities. Primarily, I work with people curious about their own selves and stories as we explore.

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 368-9946

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 368-9946

Groups

Sexual Harm & Healing

Hosted by

Coburn Kirby Childs

In this 8-week film discussion and therapeutic process group that I co-facilitate, we examine many of the nuances of sexual harm, primarily through the lenses of seven modern filmmakers and their work. Not only do we discuss these movies, but we also consider how and if we engage with our own stories of harm, including how we heal in an ever-evolving, post-#MeToo world. All prompts in this small group are opt-in, with no obligation to share.

Expertise

Sexual Abuse

Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$20-$30

Group Meets

Every Wed 4 P.M. - 5:30 P.M.

Location

online on Zoom

Seattle, WA 98118

Email Coburn Kirby Childs about this group or call - (425) 368-9946

Life After Divorce

Hosted by

Coburn Kirby Childs

For such a common experience, those going through divorce often feel isolated and misunderstood. Not only do I run "Life After Divorce" workshops, but I also offer community-oriented, sliding-scale groups to create more space for connection and support. These groups are open to folks no matter where you are in the transition of divorce — discernment, in the thick of it, or even a few years out. This therapy support group offers drop-in times, which means you can come once or to many sessions.

Expertise

Divorce

Grief

Men's Issues

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$20-$30

Group Meets

Every other Tue, Thu

Location

MYST Psychotherapy offices

8 Boston Street

Seattle, WA 98109

Email Coburn Kirby Childs about this group or call - (425) 368-9946

Location

Primary Location

918 South Horton Street

Seattle, WA 98134

(425) 368-9946

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

MYST Psychotherapy

telehealth

Seattle, WA 98118

(425) 368-9946

Nearby Areas

Cities

Seattle, WA

Counties

King

Zips

Neighborhoods

I have current openings throughout the week (including evenings) - both in my spacious and artistic SoDo office, as well as via telehealth.

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call for a free consultation now - (425) 368-9946

I have current openings throughout the week (including evenings) - both in my spacious and artistic SoDo office, as well as via telehealth.

Coburn Kirby Childs

Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA

Call for a free consultation now - (425) 368-9946

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